I don't think much of the discussion has been in response to your problem. Frankly, I don't think anyone has any idea what you should do.Originally posted by iamscientist
I'm not sure if I quite explained my predicament correctly before. Let me do it one more time and see if anyone can help me out (bear in mind, this is my first mac, so I'm new to Apple hardware):
I updated 10.2 to 10.3 and installed the 10-28 security update. I then installed 10.3.1 and Java 1.4.1. When I run terminal, I get this reading...
java version "1.3.1"
Java(TM) 2 Runtime Environment, Standard Edition (build 1.3.1-root_1.3.1_030602-20:14)
Java HotSpot(TM) Client VM (build 1.3.1_03-69, mixed mode)
This isn't in the Apple tech notes, so I'm not sure what to do. My software update says that Java 1.4.1 was successfully installed, but Terminal doesn't seem to be reading it. I am also unable to use any Java programs or visit Java sites. Am I still able to follow the Apple Tech Notes in my situation? Or should I just wait for Apple to put out an end-user solution? Like I said, I'm new to Apple hardware, and I'm afraid I'm going to mess up my system if I mess around too much. Thanks.
I agree that it might be best to take it straight to Apple--if your Mac is less than 90 days old (or if you bought AppleCare), you still have free phone support. Otherwise...I guess a reinstall might be in order.
FWIW
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